Serving 238 students in grades 6-8, Ashland-greenwood Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashland-greenwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ashland-greenwood Middle School's student population of 238 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
238 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ashland-greenwood Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashland-greenwood Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#366 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashland-greenwood Middle School's ranking?
Ashland-greenwood Middle School is ranked #366 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Ashland-greenwood Middle School?
238 students attend Ashland-greenwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Ashland-greenwood Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ashland-greenwood Middle School?
Ashland-greenwood Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ashland-greenwood Middle School offer ?
Ashland-greenwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ashland-greenwood Middle School part of?
Ashland-greenwood Middle School is part of Ashland-Greenwood School District.
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